Third Parties Operations Financial Controller (12 months fixed-term contract)

For our Global Headquarters, we are looking for a Third Parties Operations Financial Controller for 12 months fixed-term contract who will consolidate 3PO group perimeter by analyzing and challenging cost assumptions, variances and financials KPI. You will become part of our international, multicultural and dynamic Group Industrial & Supply Controlling team, that is centrally based in our Luxembourg HQs and you will report to the Group Third Parties Operations Controlling Manager.

Thanks to your experience in financial controlling, you will be responsible for consolidating the monthly Group financial close, analysing and highlighting cost variances, and presenting key insights during Third-Party Operations (3PO) area meetings. You will work closely with local controllers and 3PO area managers to identify financial risks and opportunities across regions, covering different business models such as contract manufacturing, co-manufacturing and co-packing.

You will support the annual budgeting process by performing cost analyses and interpreting financial and accounting data to support decision-making. Thanks to your analytical skills, you will also contribute to the development of medium-term financial guidelines by area and supplier, aligning recommendations with the company’s strategic objectives and macroeconomic outlook.

You will also act as the main liaison with the IT team, supporting the development and enhancement of controlling tools, reporting systems and financial dashboards.

You will bring a university degree in Economics, Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline, together with 1-2 years of experience in financial or industrial controlling, ideally gained within the FMCG industry or a similarly fast-paced environment. Throughout your career, you have developed a strong understanding of financial analysis, accounting principles, budgeting, planning, and controlling processes, enabling you to translate financial data into meaningful business insights.
You are comfortable working with SAP and use English confidently in a professional setting, both written and spoken. Beyond your technical expertise, you are naturally curious and analytical, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement. You thrive in collaborative environments, enjoy working with colleagues from different cultural backgrounds and levels of seniority, and are able to build strong partnerships across functions. Your organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities allow you to consistently meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

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Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.
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